About CARF

We are an independent, nonprofit organization focused on advancing the quality of services you use to meet your needs for the best possible outcomes.

CARF provides accreditation services worldwide at the request of health and human service providers. Whether you are seeking rehabilitation for a disability, treatment for addiction and substance abuse, home and community services, retirement living, or other health and human services, you can have confidence in your choice. Providers that meet our standards have demonstrated their commitment to being among the best available.

Family First Prevention Services Act

The Family First Prevention Services Act
has asked the field to be proactive in strengthening the role of families in keeping kids safe.

Choose CARF as your partner to help you
meet this important mandate. Visit www.carf.org/FFPSA for
more information.

2020 publications available now

The 2020 standards manuals, companion publications, and promotional items are available.
Be sure to keep up to date with the changes from the previous manual. Order 2020 publications now at the CARF
Online Store.